Youyou Shen is a student at Shenwai International School in China. She has demonstrated a strong interest in psychology, research, and environmental sustainability.
She was shortlisted in the Psychology category of a prestigious essay competition in the United States. Her entry stood out among 945 submissions. In addition, her Extended Essay explores peer victimisation in children. In this 4,000-word paper, she applies the social information processing model to examine the link between victimisation and aggression.
Community Projects and Environmental Initiatives
Beyond academics, Youyou leads the non-profit Woodwork initiative. She organised a class trip to collect reusable wood bricks. Together, the group created 60 handcrafted toy cars for kindergarten students. She later presented the project to her school principal and secured funding for a laser-cutting machine.
Youyou also contributed to the Environment Conservation Lesson project. She designed and presented lessons on environmental issues, recycling systems, and sustainable lifestyles. These lessons also encouraged students to develop leadership skills.
Previously, Youyou participated in a biomimicry project. Her team proposed solutions to reduce local plastic consumption. They then presented their product in an eco-friendly design campaign and won second place.
Research on Peer Victimisation in Children
At CCIR Academy, Youyou conducted a research project titled “Assessment of Overt Peer Victimisation in Children: The Developmental Pathway to Aggression.”
Her research examines the relationship between overt peer victimisation and aggression in children. Specifically, it explores how negative peer experiences may contribute to aggressive behaviour during development. The study aims to provide a clearer understanding of the factors associated with these behaviours.
Youyou’s feature on CCIR Academy Student Spotlights highlights her dedication to research. She also expressed gratitude for the guidance of her professor and the support of CCIR Academy.
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